EU - Natural and Modified Natural Polymers in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Natural Polymers Market Size in the EU
The EU natural polymers market expanded to $X in 2023, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2023, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.
Natural Polymers Production in the EU
In value terms, natural polymers production declined to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a perceptible slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2023, production growth remained at a lower figure.
Natural Polymers Exports
Exports in the EU
In 2023, overseas shipments of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Total exports indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2023: its volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, exports decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, natural polymers exports shrank to $X in 2023. Total exports indicated a notable increase from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2022, and then shrank in the following year.
Exports by Country
In 2023, Italy (X tons) was the key exporter of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms, committing X% of total exports. The Netherlands (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by France (X%) and Germany (X%). Poland (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Spain (X tons) took a relatively small share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2023, average annual rates of growth with regard to natural polymers exports from Italy stood at X%. At the same time, Poland (X%) and the Netherlands (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Poland emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Spain and Germany experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, France (X%) and Belgium (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Italy (X p.p.), the Netherlands (X p.p.) and Poland (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while Germany, Belgium and France saw its share reduced by X%, X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the largest natural polymers supplying countries in the European Union were France ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising X% of total exports. Germany, Belgium, Spain and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Poland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in the European Union amounted to $X per ton, reducing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a slight reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when the export price increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Natural Polymers Imports
Imports in the EU
For the fifth consecutive year, the European Union recorded growth in overseas purchases of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms, which increased by X% to X tons in 2023. In general, imports saw prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of X%. The volume of import peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, natural polymers imports expanded to $X in 2023. Overall, imports enjoyed prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Imports by Country
Italy represented the key importer of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms in the European Union, with the volume of imports reaching X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Spain (X tons) and France (X tons), together achieving a X% share of total imports. Belgium (X tons), Poland (X tons), Greece (X tons), Slovenia (X tons), Estonia (X tons), Denmark (X tons) and Romania (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Imports into Italy increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023. At the same time, Estonia (X%), Slovenia (X%), Greece (X%), Spain (X%), the Netherlands (X%), Romania (X%), France (X%) and Denmark (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Estonia emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the European Union, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2023. Germany experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Belgium (X%) and Poland (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. Italy (X p.p.), Spain (X p.p.), Slovenia (X p.p.), Greece (X p.p.), the Netherlands (X p.p.) and Estonia (X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Denmark, France, Belgium, Poland and Germany saw its share reduced by X%, X%, X%, X% and X% from 2012 to 2023, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Germany ($X), Italy ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, with a combined X% share of total imports. France, Spain, Belgium, Poland, Denmark, Slovenia, Greece, Romania and Estonia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Among the main importing countries, Estonia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in the European Union stood at $X per ton in 2023, dropping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 when the import price increased by X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while Estonia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural polymers market in the EU. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 20165960 - Natural and modified natural polymers, in primary forms (including alginic acid, hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber)
Country coverage:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in the EU, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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